How To Fix 14461 - Internal communication in the system is done without SSL encryption.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 14 - Task handler messages

• Message number: 461

• Message text: Internal communication in the system is done without SSL encryption.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 14461 - Internal communication in the system is done without SSL encryption. ?

  The SAP error message 14461 indicates that internal communication within the SAP system is occurring without SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption. This can pose security risks, as data transmitted without encryption can be intercepted or tampered with.
  Cause:
  
  SSL Configuration: The SAP system is not configured to use SSL for internal communications. This could be due to missing or incorrect SSL certificates.
  Network Settings: The network settings may not be configured to enforce SSL encryption for internal communications.
  System Parameters: Certain system parameters related to SSL may not be set correctly, leading to unencrypted communication.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check SSL Configuration:
  
  Ensure that SSL is properly configured in your SAP system. This includes verifying that the necessary SSL certificates are installed and correctly configured.
  Use transaction code STRUST to manage SSL certificates. Check both the "PSE" (Personal Security Environment) and the "SSL Client" settings.
  
  
  
  Update Profile Parameters:
  
  Check the instance profile parameters related to SSL. You may need to set parameters such as icm/HTTPS/enable to true to enable HTTPS communication.
  Ensure that the parameter icm/SSL/verify_client is set according to your security requirements.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Review your network configuration to ensure that SSL is enforced for internal communications. This may involve firewall settings or network policies that require SSL.
  
  
  
  Restart the SAP System:
  
  After making changes to the configuration, restart the SAP system to apply the new settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After configuration, test the internal communication to ensure that it is now using SSL encryption. You can use tools like SAP's transaction SMICM to monitor the ICM (Internet Communication Manager) and check the SSL status.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring SSL in SAP systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to SSL configuration.
  Security Best Practices: Follow SAP's security best practices to ensure that your system is secure and compliant with organizational policies.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.